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Masterworks: La Mer

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

The stories behind some of the greatest orchestral works of the 20th century are explored in this new four-part series.

Michael Berkeley reveals the infidelity and scandal lying beneath Claude Debussy's vivid evocation of the sea, La Mer. With contributions from pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet and the Oscar-winning film composer Anne Dudley, with the voice of Robert Lindsay as Debussy.

Behind the music: page 22

Contributors

Presenter:
Michael Berkeley
Interviewee:
Jean-Yves Thibaudet
Interviewee:
Anne Dudley
Debussy (voice):
Robert Lindsay
Director:
Andy King-Dabbs
Director:
Peter Maniura
Source: Radio Times

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